Paddleboarding-Llynnau Mymbyr, Snowdonia

Paddleboarding LLynnau Mymbyr

Paddle amidst Snowdonia’s highest mountains, with magnificent views of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), the Glyders and Moel Siabod. Fed by the River Nantygwryd and once a single lake, the growth of a delta now almost cuts the lake in two. Launch from the gravel slipway at the lake’s east end. The stunning views of Snowdon’s Horseshore will draw you along the wooded southern shore past the boathouse and jetty to the west end of the lake where there are also fine views of The Glyders. Continue through the narrowing, watching out for wildlife in the reedbeds, into the second lake. Pass below Garth Farm Campsite, where the Nantygwryd enters the lake and a couple of tiny gravel islands make a good place to sit and enjoy the views. The return along the north side of the lake is craggier with views to Craig Wen and Crimpiau at the east end of the lake as they loom over Capel Curig.

Access: no licence required

Parking A4086 layby, Plas-y-Brenin, Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed LL24 0ET. Grid Ref: SH 71583 57832; Lat/long: 53.10219, -3.91954.

Launching Access via a gated path from layby, head down steps, cross footbridge, turn R along track to water’s edge (total 250 metre walk). More accessible parking and launching arranged via Plas y Brenin.

Pitstops Lolfa’r Wyddfa Bar & Dining, Plas-y-Brenin. Hearty food, local ales and superb mountain views at the outdoor centre www.pyb.co.uk/lolfar-wyddfa-bar-dining/

Lessons Plas y Brenin offers a wide range of adventure sport courses, including paddlesport courses and taster sessions on the lake.

Getting there Leave A5 at Capel Curig; head 500m W on A48086

Special points This is a natural lake, please clean board before you enter to prevent the spread of non-native plant and animal species. In higher river flows take care to stay upstream of the bridge to the Plas-y-Brenin centre.

Map: OS Explorer OL17,  Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)

Paddleboarding LLynnau Mymbyr

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